US politics

Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction

"Being pro-Israel is good policy and good politics — on both sides of the aisle.”

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
03/07/2024

Biden and Trump both came across as strong Israel supporters in presidential debate

We urge President Biden to expedite a deal to return the remaining 120 hostages to Israel, five of whom are US citizens.

Louisiana's ten commandments mandate: Culture war or constitutional crisis?

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry's recent legislation mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms has sparked controversy and legal threats.

Jewish journalists to moderate debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden

Hosted by CNN in Atlanta, CNN’s Jake Tapper and Dana Bash are expected to moderate the 90-minute debate.

While Israel should respect the US, it must do what's best for itself

While the Jewish state must always listen respectfully to its American friends, Israel must do what is best for Israel.

24/06/2024

‘Antisemitism is on the ballot': Ahead of Bowman-Latimer primary, say Jewish groups

The Democratic race in this blue district is seen as a bellwether for the clash between centrists who support Israel.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
21/06/2024

Ritchie Torres slams ‘blithering idiots’ behind the secret Israeli influence op. targeting him

The campaign focused on several members of the Congressional Black Caucus, including Torres, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York, and Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia, the report said. 

By LUKE TRESS/JTA , HANNAH SARISOHN
07/06/2024
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